Illyria House

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Highlights

• Classically romantic rooms and suites
• Views over the manicured gardens to the Pretoria city skyline
• Filled with antiques and 17th century tapestries
• Personal butler
• Stay here before or after a journey on Rovos Rail

Illyria House is an elegant and opulent colonial lodge set in a leafy secluded yet central area of Pretoria with sweeping views across the Jacaranda treetops to the Union Buildings and the Pretoria city skyline. Set in flowing gardens brimming with birdlife, with only six bedrooms, the serene beauty of Illyria House is ideal for lovers of the finer things in life. Indeed, with a fine collection of 17th century tapestries, French antiques among the furnishings, and classical music playing in the background, Illyria is romantic and a touch indulgent.

Illyria House is known for its romantic charm, exquisite food and attentive personal service - almost a destination in its own right. Meals are prepared on request, when you want them, and in the style of Illyria are usually decadent feasts accompanied by fine wines. Services offered by your personal butler include organizing historical tours, country picnics, individualized shopping outings and transfers to attractions in the city and surrounding areas. Enjoy a beauty treatment in the magical wellness spa in the garden or in the privacy of your room.

Pretoria Railway station for the Blue Train and Rovos Rail is only 5 minutes drive whilst Johannesburg Airport is only 30 minutes away. Many of our guests stay at Illyria after enjoying a journey on one of these luxurious trains. You arrive in the early afternoon, enjoy a short tour of Pretoria, spend the night at Illyria and then continue to a private game reserve or perhaps up to Victoria Falls.

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